Why Choose Metro Wood Burners?
Choosing a wood burner is about more than simply selecting a style you like. You're investing in a heating appliance that should provide reliable warmth for decades, be easy to service, and continue performing year after year.
Metro Fires has earned an outstanding reputation throughout New Zealand by producing wood burners that combine proven engineering, robust construction and outstanding radiant heating performance. Their extensive range covers everything from compact freestanding models through to powerful high-output wood burners, making them suitable for almost every type of home.
At Dr Flue, we regularly recommend Metro because they offer excellent build quality, dependable long-term performance and one of the largest selections of wood burners available. Whether you're replacing an ageing fireplace, converting an open fire or building a new home, Metro has a wood burner designed to suit.
Designed for New Zealand Homes
Metro wood burners are designed specifically for New Zealand homes and our unique heating requirements. Their range includes both Low Emission Burners (LEB) and Ultra Low Emission Burners (ULEB), allowing homeowners to choose the right appliance while meeting local council requirements where applicable.
From compact homes through to large open-plan living areas, Metro offers heating solutions that deliver excellent radiant heat, modern styling and dependable winter comfort.
Built for Long-Term Reliability
One of the biggest reasons Metro has become one of New Zealand's most respected wood burner manufacturers is its commitment to practical engineering and dependable performance.
Many models feature:
Heavy-duty steel fireboxes
Large ceramic glass viewing windows
Radiant steel cooktops on selected models
Legs, pedestal and wood stacker options on selected models
Wetback options on selected models
Excellent radiant heat output
These quality components are designed to withstand years of regular use while providing excellent radiant heat and dependable performance throughout every heating season.
A Wood Burner for Every Home
Metro offers one of the most comprehensive wood burner ranges available in New Zealand.
Their range includes:
Freestanding wood burners
Insert wood burners
Pedestal models
Wood stacker models
Low Emission Burners (LEB)
Ultra Low Emission Burners (ULEB)
High-output wood burners
Compact home heating models
Outdoor wood fires
Many Auckland homeowners replacing older fireplaces choose Metro because there is a model designed to suit almost every installation and heating requirement.
Designed to Be Serviced
A quality wood burner should provide reliable heating for many years.
Metro designs its appliances with long-term ownership in mind, making routine servicing straightforward while ensuring genuine replacement parts remain readily available when required.
At Dr Flue we supply genuine Metro replacement parts and provide professional servicing, repairs and chimney inspections to keep your fireplace operating safely and efficiently.
Professional Auckland Wood Burner Installations
Selecting the right wood burner is only part of achieving excellent heating performance. Correct sizing, flue design and professional installation are equally important.
Every consultation considers:
Home size
Room layout
Ceiling height
Insulation levels
Existing fireplace position
Flue requirements
Council compliance
Your family's heating expectations
This ensures your new Metro wood burner performs exactly as intended for many years to come.
Popular Metro Wood Burners
Some of the most popular Metro models include:
Metro Tiny Rad
Metro Wee Rad
Metro Micro Rad
Metro Rad
Metro Rad Plus
Metro Xtreme Rad
Metro Smart Insert
Each model has been designed to suit different home sizes and heating requirements, allowing homeowners to choose a solution that matches their lifestyle.
Why Dr Flue Recommends Metro
We recommend Metro wood burners because they consistently deliver:
Designed for New Zealand homes
Excellent build quality
Outstanding radiant heat performance
Large range of freestanding and insert models
Legs, pedestal and wood stacker options
Wetback options on selected models
Excellent choice for replacement wood burner installations
Genuine replacement parts and servicing support
Combined with professional installation, a Metro wood burner provides dependable warmth, efficient heating and years of comfortable winter living.
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Talk To Dr Flue
If you're considering a Metro wood burner, our experienced team can help you select the right model for your home and provide a professional Auckland installation from consultation through to certification.
Whether you're replacing an existing fireplace, converting an open fire or building a new home, Dr Flue provides expert advice, professional installation and ongoing servicing to keep your wood burner performing at its best.
Phone: 09 835 1552
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.drflue.co.nz